Question

An idiom/phrase is given in bold. Following this idiom/phrase are given three sentences, which use the given idiom/phrase. The idiom/phrase may or may not be used correctly in one or more sentences. Identify the sentence(s) that use(s) the idioms/phrases incorrectly either in grammar or context and mark the answer accordingly. Tough pill to swallow
I. It was a tough pill to swallow that my father’s fortune had been squandered.
II. Eating a large candy bar was a tough pill to swallow for the children.
III. Winning the game was a tough pill to swallow after all the practice.

A Only I
B Only II
C Only III
D Only I and III
E All are correct
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